BM-00Creating a Quality Teaching and Learning ProgramCourse rating:

This course is a follow up to 'Creating a Quality Assessment Task', although it can also be attended in isolation. It will be particularly helpful to Early career Teachers who are building their accreditation documents, as well as teachers who are looking at ways to incorporate the Quality Teaching Framework and Syllabus bookend components into their units of work. Previously named "Backward Mapp More

BYF00Integrating yoga into the classroomCourse rating:

This workshop will cover -A practical session exploring the poses -Physical benefits of particular yoga postures -History of Yoga -Different types of Yoga -Yoga philosophy -Meditation techniques -Yoga teaching techniques -Safe routines to teach from 5 min-50 mins -Visual and theory notes. As a popular method of healthy lifestyle in our culture, introducing students to yoga in school teaches them More

CQA00Creating a Quality Assessment TaskCourse rating:

This course is for all stages of experience, especially Early Career Teachers who will benefit by adding a quality task to their Accreditation documents. During the day, you will gain a better understanding of how to write a Quality Assessment Task that aligns outcomes, context, task description and marking criteria. You will be able to code a task by looking for the key factors that make up a qua More

DEF00Developing executive functioning skills in studentsCourse rating:

This workshop will give an overview of those inter-related executive functions responsible for purposeful, goal-directed, problem-solving behaviour so critical in enabling a student to interact and adjust to his/her environment, especially in a classroom situation. They become more important as a student develops and essential in secondary school when the student needs to write lengthy assignment More

Science is often the subject that is labelled as “hard” but the method of science is akin to “natural learning” in humans, and young students are innately motivated to engage in this KLA. This course incorporates current research in Mind, Brain and Education Science to aid primary teachers to fully harness this enthusiasm as they implement the National Curriculum. The National Curriculum: More

GBI01Guiding behaviour in secondary schoolCourse rating:

This workshop discusses the link between development and behaviour. Techniques to identify behaviour problems in adolescents and practical strategies teachers can implement to help adolescents behave more appropriately in a variety of different situations are presented. Management strategies that can be used with students with additional needs will be outlined. Self-esteem and its links to behavi More

Secure a job interview for that next step in your career. This workshop will develop your skills in crafting an eye-catching and concise application. Also, bring your CV along with you for some one-on-one assistance. More

IMT00Telling isn't TeachingCourse rating:

This engaging and informative course provides a toolbox of inspirational strategies to engage students in learning. Making use of research from Harvard University, this course shows teachers how to design powerful learning experiences by following students' thinking instead of leading it. We will learn how to use thinking routines and how to create classroom conditions that support group learning. More

LCI00Laser Cutting in the ClassroomCourse rating:

A hands-on opportunity will be provided to learn how to use Laser cutting in the classroom. With high-speed production that produces excellent quality results directly from the machine, teaching staff has the assurance that their students will be able to complete their coursework within the precious time that is available. The areas covered in this course are safety, compatible materials including More

MDB00MAC Digital BasicsCourse rating:

Lose the anxiety of using a MAC with a relaxed and friendly approach to utilising the digital software that comes with your MAC. In this course we will explore the MAC Interface & Keyboard; Setting up printers; Understanding system preferences, Saving your files & file management; Burning DVDs & CDs and backing up your files. The course will also explore the basics of iPhoto, iMovie & iDVD. Gain t More

MEN00Mentoring: How to introduce a mentoring plan for staff and students.Course rating:

Each participant will take part in practical workshops on the benefit of mentoring for both the mentor and the mentee. The material presented will examine the process by which a positive mentoring program can be established within a school or subject department. The process of establishing a mentoring program and the required infrastructure are also provided. This short course will also look at M More

OAS00Organising a successful overseas student excursionCourse rating:

Feel confident taking small or large groups of students overseas to Asia or Europe. Find out how to manage: building a school culture for overseas trips; attracting the right students; selling the trip to the school community; completing successful trip applications and linking the objectives to syllabus outcomes; orientation lessons; choosing and working with the right travel company; building li More

Having secured an interview, the next step is all about selling yourself. This workshop will focus on key interview techniques, common interview questions and what the interview panel will be looking for in the successful candidate. The workshop will involve participants in rehearsing and practising skills, with focused feedback from both fellow participants and the facilitator. More

This online course incorporates current research in Mind Brain and Education Science to assist Primary teachers implement the National Curriculum: Science with a high degree of enthusiasm and confidence. K- 6 teachers have a vital role in preparing kids to become scientifically literate members of society for our futures, and research stresses the importance of this early learning. Science is o More

PTP00Engagement of students in Life processes and Critical Decision makingCourse rating:

As educators and adults what skills have we given our students to enhance their ability to explore their potential and live a safe life? Too many students make subject selections for future courses and even careers based on little knowledge and understanding. Very few people take time to get to know who they really are and where they want to go and how to cope with adverse situations. This seminar More

SFL00Spelling For LifeCourse rating:

A systematic, logical, interactive course for teachers of spelling from grades 3 onwards. Beginning with basic vowel and consonant spelling rules, the course quickly moves through teaching syllabification, morphology and the use of innovative spelling tools creatively designed to produce effective, engaging spelling lessons. Authored by a linguist and language therapist with over 5,000 hours of More

Success Secrets For Savvy Casual Teachers: How to get booked solid, make a real impact with every class, and get asked back again and again. Are you a casual relief teacher? Do you want more relief teaching days? Do you want to be a school's number one replacement teacher? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the students you teach? Then this seminar is for you! In this exciting More

STL00Student Leadership: A training program and a different perspective to the established model Course rating:

This course will assist staff in either establishing a new model of student leadership or evaluating their current style and model. Each participant will take part in practical workshops on the benefit of establishing a program and the process by which a positive program can be established within a school. Suitable for teachers in charge of student leaders or interested in establishing a student More

TAR00Transition and Retention of students: Some of the factors affecting student life at school.Course rating:

Two of the biggest problems students and schools face are transition from one phase of learning to the next and retaining students until the end of year 12. Within Australia around 200,000 young people leave school without the foundation skills they require in order to make a smooth transition to adult life. If we agree that twelve years of worthwhile learning is the benchmark then we need to do More

This day course addresses the roles and responsibilities of leaders and how this impacts on raising standards. Aspects the course will examine are: - How effectively school leaders set clear direction promoting high quality education? - Are challenging targets and systematic tracking of pupil performance used to raise standards? - Are approaches to school improvement open and do they More

TSW02Teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Course rating:

The number of students with ASD is increasing in our schools. In this workshop, teachers will learn how to connect to individual students through the student's visual obsessions, passions, and interests, and how to use these to develop interactions with others. Autism colours every aspect of a child's development. This workshop will outline the characteristics of students with ASD, including As More

VCA00Voice Care and Vocal DeliveryCourse rating:

Participants will learn to use their voice effectively and safely within the classroom environment. The course will cover four basic areas of voice, specifically designed for teachers. These are: -Anatomy of the Voice -Delivering Your Message By Making The Most Of Your Voice -The School Environment and Your Voice -Vocal Health for Teachers Relevant to classroom teachers of all KLAs and espec More